Hera Boutique Cruise – 2 Days 1 Night in Ha Long Bay
Ha Long
Duration : 2 Days 1 Night
Start Location : No. 12, Tuan Chau Marina, Ha Long
The Hera Boutique Cruise itinerary is a 2 days 1 night trip from Tuan Chau Marina on a charming wooden boat with 19 cabins, Vietnamese cuisine, spacious sun decks, a spa and a Jacuzzi.
Highlights of the Hera Boutique Cruise trip
- Cabins: 19 cabins in six categories from 20 to 45 m².
- Luon Cave: kayaking or a bamboo boat ride around ancient limestone formations.
- Titop Island: a hike to the top for a panoramic view, or a swim.
- Sung Sot Cave: one of the largest caves in Ha Long Bay, reached by stone steps under the forest canopy.
- Sunset: party on the sundeck with Vietnamese tea or coffee, a cooking class (traditional Vietnamese floating rice cakes (banh troi)) and Happy Hour (buy two, get one free).
- Dinner: outdoor dinner when the weather allows, or in the restaurant.
- Evening and morning: a free herbal foot bath, the “Heritage Footsteps” traditional fashion show, drinks at the Sky Bar and squid fishing, then Tai Chi on the sundeck.
This 2 day 1 night Halong Bay cruise is a traditional wooden-boat option among Ha Long Bay cruises, with an outdoor dinner included when the weather allows. The Ha Long Bay – Cat Ba Archipelago is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Price: contact us. Rates change by season and cabin type. Message us on WhatsApp at +84 981 286 066 or email booking.amgotravel@gmail.com for the current rate.
Cabins and suites on Hera Boutique Cruise
| Cabin | Size | Maximum occupancy |
|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Cabin | 20 m² | 2 adults |
| Deluxe Triple | 20 m² | 3 adults and 1 child |
| Executive Balcony Cabin | 25 m² | 2 adults and 1 child |
| Hera Suite | 45 m² | 2 adults and 1 child |
| Hera Triple Suite | 45 m² | 3 adults and 1 child |
| Hera Family Suite | 45 m² | 3 adults and 1 child |
What is included
- One night on a 5-star cruise
- Welcome drink and cold towel
- Tea, coffee, bottled mineral water and in-room amenities
- Four standard meals as per the itinerary
- In-room herbal foot bath with a complimentary herbal sachet
- “Heritage Footsteps” traditional costume fashion show
- Fruit in all cabins
- Complimentary snacks from a private menu, served 15:00 – 16:30 and 21:00 – 23:30
- Kayaking or bamboo boat at Luon Cave, Sung Sot Cave, and swimming or hiking on Titop Island
- Cooking class (banh troi nuoc) and afternoon tea
- WiFi on board
- Room decoration for birthdays, wedding anniversaries and honeymoons
- Entrance tickets, service fees and insurance
- Outdoor dinner (weather permitting)
What is not included
- Drinks
- Shuttle bus transfer
- Spa treatments
- Tips for the guide and driver
- Personal expenses
- Other services not mentioned as included
Children policy
- Children under 5 sharing a bed with parents: free of charge.
- Children aged 5 to 10: 75% of the adult price.
- Children from 11 years old: charged as adults.
- Holiday and summer weekend surcharges apply on some dates. Contact us for the amounts.
Good to know
- Check-in is at the lounge at No. 12, Tuan Chau Marina from 11:30 to 12:00. The cruise is back at Tuan Chau Marina at 11:00 on day 2.
- If you book the limousine or shuttle bus, pick-up in the Hanoi Old Quarter is at 07:45 – 08:30.
- Bring swimwear, a waterproof bag for your phone, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, flip-flops and sports shoes, plus your passport or ID card.
- All activities are optional; you can stay on board instead.
You may also like: Ha Long Bay Full Day Deluxe Cruise.
Photos: Hera Boutique Cruise; destination photos credited in their captions.
Schedule Details
DAY 1: TUAN CHAU – HA LONG BAY – LUON CAVE – TITOP ISLAND
07:45 – 08:30: Pick-up from hotels in the Hanoi Old Quarter (only for guests who book the limousine or shuttle service).
11:30 – 12:00: Arrive at the lounge at No. 12, Tuan Chau Marina, where the cruise staff welcome you and handle check-in.
12:00: Board the cruise for a welcome drink and cold towel. The ship leaves Tuan Chau Marina and lunch is served as it sails toward Luon Cave and Titop Island.
14:30: Visit Titop Island: hike to the top for a panoramic view of Ha Long Bay, or swim in the clear water.
16:00: Luon Cave area: kayaking or a bamboo boat ride around the limestone formations.
17:30 – 18:00: Back on board: sunset party on the sundeck with traditional Vietnamese tea or coffee, and a cooking class where the chef shows you how to make traditional Vietnamese floating rice cakes (banh troi).
17:30 – 18:30: Happy Hour: buy two drinks, get one free.
19:30: Outdoor dinner (weather permitting), or dinner in the restaurant.
21:30: Evening on deck: herbal foot bath (free), the “Heritage Footsteps” fashion show, drinks at the Sky Bar, massage (extra charge) or squid fishing. The ship anchors overnight in a quiet area.
DAY 2: SUNG SOT CAVE – HA LONG BAY – TUAN CHAU
06:15: Tai Chi class on the sundeck.
06:30 – 07:00: Light breakfast with coffee, tea, pastries and fruits, plus Vietnamese pho and an egg station.
07:30: Explore Sung Sot Cave.
08:30 – 09:30: Back on board: rest in your cabin, enjoy a herbal foot soak, sunbathe on deck or take photos of the bay.
09:30: Check out: leave your luggage outside the cabin and return the key to reception.
10:00: Early buffet lunch at the second-floor restaurant; settle any bills.
11:00: Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina.
